OCT. 23, 2013
Danny Howells doesn’t fit into the standard dance music paradigms. With a reputation as “the DJs’ DJ”, he has remained stoic in the face of ever-shifting trends and fads in dance music since he broke through into the global house music consciousness in the late-’90s. He doesn’t churn out productions to “remain relevant”, instead only releasing music as and when inspiration strikes. He’s not a publicity hungry, social media devotee. He’s not someone who feels the need to reinvent himself with new monikers or side projects, nor someone who aggressively pursues a maxed-out DJ’ing schedule. Quietly plowing his way through the house music continuum, he has remained one of the world’s most captivating selectors precisely because of these organic means. That and his impeccable selection, distinctive style and silky mixing, of course.
Balance 024 comes as a long-awaited next chapter in his illustrious cannon of timeless compilations that have proven the calling card of his career. His numerous Global Underground volumes, Renaissance mixes and more besides have found a fond place in many a clubbers’ home listening collection, earning him a legendary reputation as one of the best musical storytellers in the electronic world. His first free form mix compilation proper since 2008 – aside from a Dig Deeper label compendium – it represents one of the year’s most exciting and anticipated releases.
Danny Howells Tour Dates
December 6 Portsmouth, NH @ The Red Door – 10 Year Anniversary
December 7 San Francisco, CA @ The Endup – PLAY
December 12 Calgary, AB @ Habitat Living Sound
December 13 Montreal, QB @ HABITAT
December 14 Toronto, ON @ Toika Lounge
December 15 Brooklyn, NY @ Output – The Panther Room
January 17 Melbourne, Australia @ New Guernica
January 18 Sydney, Australia @ Goldfish
January 25 Bucharest, Romania @ Studio Martin
Balance 024 International Release Dates
UK/Europe: November 25
Australia/Asia: November 29
North America: December 10
